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April 21, 1987 was the 111th day of the year 1987, under the sign of Taurus and the day of the week was Tuesday.
Is April 21, 1987 a day special to you? If so you may like to discover what happened on that day, the zodiac sign and moon phase on April 21, 1987, who was born and died on April 21, 1987, what holidays and observances are celebrated on April 21, 1987, which were the most popular songs (ex. I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me) by Aretha Franklin), movies (e.g. Hot Pursuit, directed by Steven Lisberger), TV series (e.g. Roxie) books and videogames back then.
On this page we will address all your questions and curiosities about April 21st, 1987 to help you enjoy your trip down memory lane.
Table of contents
- What day of the week was April 21, 1987?
- April 21, 1987: What happened on that day?
- April 21, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
- April 21, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
- Who was born on April 21, 1987?
- April 21, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
- April 21, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
- April 21, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
- April 21, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
- April 21, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
- April 21, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
- April 21, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
- April 21, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
- Who was the US President on April 21, 1987?
- Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 21, 1987?
- Who was the Pope on April 21, 1987?
What day of the week was April 21, 1987?
April 21, 1987 was a Tuesday and it was the 111th day of the year 1987 in the Gregorian calendar.
April 21, 1987 can also be written as 4/21/1987 in the US and as 21/4/1987 in UK and Europe.
April 21, 1987: What happened on that day?
Here's what happened on April 21, 1987:
- Milwaukee brewers lose, ending american league season-opening winning streak at 13 games.
- Tamil bomb attack in colombo, sri lanka; 115 killed.
- Dow jones industrial average soars 664.7; second biggest one-day gain in history.
April 21, 1987: What is The Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 21st is Taurus.
Taurus is the 2nd sign in the Western Zodiac. People born between April 20th and May 20th belong to the Taurus sign: discover Taurus personality and who should a Taurus marry.
Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.
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April 21, 1987: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?
The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 21, 1987 is Rabbit and the associated element is Fire.
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Birth chart on this day
Discover the planets positions on April 21st, 1987 as well as what the sky looked like at your place
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April 21, 1987: What was the moon phase on that day?
Moon phase
The moon phase on April 21, 1987 was Last Quarter.
The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 21, 1987 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.
An observer located in New York City on April 21, 1987 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 29% full, rising at 03:05 am and setting at 01:53 pm.
The previous full moon was on Apr 14, 1987 while the next full moon would come on May 13, 1987.
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Who was born on April 21, 1987?
Famous people born on April 21, 1987:
- Wyatt Teller
Wyatt Teller is an American actor known for his roles in the films Divergent and Snowden.
- Leroy George
Dutch footballer.
- Anastasia Prikhodko
Ukrainian singer.
- Lenira Santos
Cape verdean sprinter.
- Ryan Adams
Ryan adams american baseball player.
- DUBB
American rapper who signed to game's blood money entertainment label in 2014.
- Nadif Chowdhury
Bangladeshi cricketer.
- Eric Devendorf
American basketball player.
- Beatriz Recari
- Majd Eddin Ghazal
- Alexis Gray-Lawson
- Préjuce Nakoulma
- Carlos César Neves
- Nílton Ferreira Júnior
- Jo Nymo Matland
- Wintana Rezene
- Tchô
- Ala'a Al-Shaqran
- Geoffrey Rono
Whose famous birthday is on April 21st?
Famous individuals and celebrities born on April 21st:
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Elizabeth IIElizabeth ii is the queen of the united kingdom and other commonwealth realms, and the longest-reigning monarch in british history.
![Tony Danza]()
Tony DanzaTony danza is an american actor best known for his roles in the tv shows 'taxi' and 'who's the boss?'.
![James McAvoy]()
James McAvoyScottish actor, most well-known for his roles in "chronicles of narnia: the lion, the witch and the wardrobe", and "wanted", as well as...
![Iggy Pop]()
Iggy PopAmerican musician, a punk rocker.
![Christian Coma]()
Christian ComaChristian coma is a drummer best known for his work with the rock band black veil brides.
![Rollo May]()
Rollo MayAmerican psychoanalyst, lecturer and pioneer in existential psychology.
![Charles Grodin]()
Charles GrodinAmerican actor and talk show host (d. 2021).
![Alana Ladd]()
Alana LaddAmerican celebrity and one of the four children of actor alan ladd.
![Claire Denis]()
Claire DenisParis, france -- actress (boom boom chocolat, paris).
![John Mortimer]()
John MortimerBritish screenwriter, barrister and author.
April 21, 1987: How old are you if you were born on that day?
You are 37 years and 5 days old,
or 444 months and 5 days old,
or 1931 weeks and 3 days old,
or 13520 days old,
if you were born on April 21, 1987.Enjoy a trip down memory lane: discover what the world looked like when you turned 18 years old, 30 years old,
How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 21, 1987?
There are 360 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday April 21st 2025.
What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 21, 1987?
You belong to the Millennial Generation if you were born on April 21, 1987.
April 21, 1987: What famous people died on that day?
Famous people died on April 21, 1987:
- Gustav Bergmann
Austrian-american philosopher from the vienna circle (b. 1906).
- Edith S Green
American politician (representative-democrat-oregon), dies at age 77.
- Patrick Martin
- Giovanni Battista Gianquinto
- José Bañón
- Stanley Mason
- Juan Carlos Heredia
What famous deaths happened on April 21st?
Famous deaths on April 21st:
![Nina Simone]()
Nina SimoneAmerican jazz singer.
![Ursula Jeans]()
Ursula JeansSimla, india -- actress ("i lived with you, over the moon").
![Charles 'Buddy' Rogers]()
Charles 'Buddy' RogersAmerican actor and musician (born in 1904).
![James Melton]()
James MeltonAmerican operatic tenor, of pneumonia at 56.
- Mark Twain
Mark Twain was a renowned American author known for his classic novels such as 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Adventures of Huckleberry...
- Lymon Twain
Lymon Twain was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer.
- Oaks Twain
Oaks Twain was a celebrated American novelist and humorist, best known for his classic works such as 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn'.
- Mackinsey Twain
Mackinsey Twain was a celebrated American writer and humorist, known for his iconic novels 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn' and 'The...
- Rmoni Simone
Renowned American singer and civil rights activist.
- Samuel Clemens
Samuel Clemens, better known by his pen name Mark Twain, was an American writer, humorist, entrepreneur, publisher, and lecturer who was a...
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April 21, 1987: What are the Holidays, Observances and Saints celebrated on that day?
Holidays on April 21, 1987:
- Rome - city birthday.
- Texas-San Jacinto Day
- Grounation Day in Rastafari movement.
- Sunni Islam - Mawlid, Prophet Muhammad's birthday (2005).
- Roman Empire - the Parilia was held in honor of Pales.
- Tiradentes - Brazil.
- Bahá'f Faith - First day of the festival of Ridván.
Observances on April 21, 1987:
- World Creativity and Innovation Day
Saints celebrated on April 21, 1987:
- Saint Wolbodo
- Saint Konrad von Parzham
- Saint Anastasius I
- Saint Anselm, Archbishop of Canterbury
April 21, 1987: Number 1 song on that day
The number 1 song on April 21, 1987 is the best selling or most popular song as resulting from the music charts in the week April 20th and April 26th. It changes depending on Countries, Music Genres and methodology used to rank the most popular song (for ex., sales, streaming).
April 21, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?
The number 1 song in the USA on April 21, 1987 was I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me) by Aretha Franklin, according to the music chart for the week April 20th and April 26th.
April 21, 1987: What was the music chart in the USA on that day?
The music chart in the USA on April 21, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 20th and April 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Aretha Franklin - I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)
- Crowded House - Don't Dream It's Over
- Prince - Sign O' The Times
- Jody Watley - Looking For A New Love
- Cutting Crew - (I Just) Died In Your Arms
April 21, 1987: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?
The number 1 song in the UK on April 21, 1987 was La Isla Bonita by Madonna, according to the music chart for the week April 20th and April 26th.
April 21, 1987: What was the music chart in the UK on that day?
The music chart in the UK on April 21, 1987 is the list of the most popular songs across all genres for the week April 20th and April 26th. It included the following Top 5 songs:
- Madonna - La Isla Bonita
- Ferry Aid - Let It Be
- Mel & Kim - Respectable
- Club Nouveau - Lean On Me
- Judy Boucher - Can't Be With You Tonight
April 21, 1987: What was the number 1 R&B song on that day?
The number 1 R&B song on April 21, 1987 was Sign 'O' The Times by Prince, according to the R&B music chart for the week April 20th and April 26th.
April 21, 1987: What was the R&B music chart on that day?
The R&B music chart on April 21, 1987 is the list of the most popular R&B songs for the week April 20th and April 26th. It included the following Top 5 R&B songs:
- Prince - Sign 'O' The Times
- The System - Don't Disturb This Groove
- Luther Vandross with Gregory Hines - There's Nothing Better Than Love
- Atlantic Starr - Always
- Gregory Abbott - I Got The Feelin' (It's Over)
April 21, 1987: What was the number 1 Latin song on that day?
The number 1 Latin song on April 21, 1987 was En bancarrota by Braulio, according to the Latin music chart for the week April 20th and April 26th.
April 21, 1987: What was the Latin music chart on that day?
The Latin music chart on April 21, 1987 is the list of the most popular Latin songs for the week April 20th and April 26th. It included the following Top 5 Latin songs:
- Braulio - En bancarrota
- Emmanuel - Es mi mujer
- Veronica Castro - Macumba
- Juan Gabriel - Hasta Que Te Conoci
- Daniela Romo - De mi enamorate
April 21, 1987: What were the most popular movies on that day?
The most popular movies on April 21, 1987 were the films released in theaters close to that day with the largest audiences and significant box office revenue, including:
Hot Pursuit
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Steven Lisberger
Starring: John Cusack, Robert Loggia, Jerry Stiller, Wendy Gazelle
Opera
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Dario Argento
Starring: Sebastiano Somma, Daria Nicolodi, Barbara Cupisti, Cristina Marsillach, Urbano Barberini, Carola Stagnaro, William McNamara, Ian Charleson, Cristina Giachino, Francesca Cassola, Antonella Vitale, György Gyõriványi
Country: Italy
Quella villa in fondo al parco
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Giuliano Carnimeo
Starring: David Warbeck, Janet Agren, Eva Grimaldi, Luisa Menon
Country: Italy
Beauty and the Beast
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Eugene Marner
Starring: John Savage, Rebecca De Mornay, Yossi Graber, Michael Schneider
Rumpelstiltskin
Release year: 1987
Directed by: David Irving
Starring: Amy Irving, Billy Barty, Clive Revill, Priscilla Pointer
April 21, 1987: What were the most popular TV Series on that day?
The most popular TV Series on April 21, 1987 were the Televisions Series released on TV close to that day characterized by high ratings, critical acclaim and a large fan base.. They included:
Roxie
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Nick Frangione
Albert Schweitzer
Release year: 1987
Directed by: Gavin Millar
Mr. President
Release year: 1987
Country: United States of America
April 21, 1987: What were the bestselling books on that day?
The bestselling books on April 21, 1987 were the literary works published close to that day that have achieved notable commercial success, including:
Love, Medicine & Miracles
By: Bernie S. Siegel
The immune system's strongest stimulant is unconditional love. Love heals. Every day, miracles occur to extraordinary patients - those who love and have the courage of working with their doctors to help them recover.
Intimate Partners
By: Maggie Scarf
"Anyone interested in, embarking upon, or yearning to have an intimate relationship with someone should purchase, borrow, or steal Intimate Partners." -New WomanWhat happens in intimate attachments?
The Ladies Of Missalonghi
By: Colleen McCullough
Sometimes fairy tales can be true, even for simple spinsters such as Missy Wright. She is not as beautiful as her cousin Alician or as domineering and domineering like mother Drusilla. It seems she will live a quiet life.
Santorini
By: Alistair MacLean
Reissue of the gripping story of sabotage at Sea by the acclaimed master in suspense and action. A luxury yacht is on fire, and it's sinking
A Light In The Attic
By: Shel Silverstein
While I was thinking here last night, Some Whatifs crawled into my ear. They danced and partied all night. And sang the same old Whatif song: What if I fail that test?
April 21, 1987: What were the most popular videogames on that day?
The most popular videogames on April 21, 1987 were those that achieved widespread recognition and player engagement close to that day, including:
Asterix and the Magic Carpet
ATV Simulator
Getsu Fūma Den
2400 A.D.
Ballerburg
Who was the US President on April 21, 1987?
On April 21, 1987 the US President was Ronald Reagan (Republican).
Who was the UK Prime Minister on April 21, 1987?
On April 21, 1987 the UK Prime Minister was Margaret Thatcher (Conservative).
Who was the Pope on April 21, 1987?
On April 21, 1987 the Pope was St John Paul II.
What is special about April 21st?
April 21st refers to a specific date on the calendar, which is the 21st day of the month of April. It is a date that occurs annually and is part of the Gregorian calendar, which is widely used around the world.
Over the years several events happened on April 21st, such as:
- 2019 - At least 359 people were killed and 500 more injured in a series of explosions that occurred at churches and hotels in four locations in sri lanka. since then, isil has claimed responsibility for the attacks.
- 2018 - 2018 gaza border protests. ambassador to the united nations for palestine riyad mensour said diplomats would ask the un for an investigation into the violence.
- 2017 - Afghanistan war: 2017 camp shaheen attack: taliban insurgents attacked an afghan military base at mazar-e-sharif in balkh province, killing over 140 soldiers. this attack is regarded as the most deadly of its kind (bbc).
What happened in 1987?
1987 was filled with very interesting events such as
- 60 bodies recovered in Dupont Plaza Hotel fire in Puerto Rico
- International Year of Shelter for Homeless begins
- 16 die in a train crash in Chase, Maryland
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What was the calendar for April 1987?
April 1987 followed the same calendar system as the rest of that year and the years surrounding it, with April being the 4th month of the year. This calendar is characterized by 12 months, 365 days in a common year, and 366 days in a leap year, such as 2012.
